SHOT Show in Las Vegas takes off amid debate

January 15, 2013

The event is sponsored by the Newtown, Conn. based National Shooting Sports Foundation

Michael Short/Special to the Chronicle

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Mike Hengstebeck of SRT Supply demonstrates the L.A.D. or Lock-Down and Defense ballistic shield unit developed for classroom defense against shootings. SHOT Show, the world's largest gun show, opened at the Sands Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV on Tuesday January 15th, 2013, where an estimated 60,000 industry enthusiasts are expected to attend.

Michael Short/Special to the Chronicle

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Mike Hengstebeck of SRT Supply demonstrates the L.A.D. or Lock-Down and Defense ballistic shield unit developed for classroom defense against shootings. SHOT Show, the world's largest gun show, opened at the Sands Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV on Tuesday January 15th, 2013, where an estimated 60,000 industry enthusiasts are expected to attend.